Strategic Sealift Officer Program

Detachment 71 / U.S. Navy Reserve Program

Become a part of America's "Fourth Arm of Defense:" The Merchant Marine

In an era of global trade and increased inter-dependency, Strategic Sealift Officers are on the forefront of a modern-day democracy, ensuring the free flow of goods vital to our national security.

About SSOP Detachment 71

Our mission is to develop future officers as well as mentally, morally, and physical fit officers imbued with the highest ideals of duty and loyalty in order to commission college students as Naval Officers.

SSO is one of the most active groups on the California Maritime Campus